Irrigation Tech

 

Company: T&H Services

Job Title: Irrigation Repair Technician  

Location: Fort Carson, CO

Pay: $26.08/hr PLUS from $7.42-$9.75/hr Health and Welfare

Category: Operations

Department: Support Services

 

Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC) is a family of 8(a), HUBZone, SDB, and other companies wholly- owned by the largest tribe in Alaska. Each of its wholly- owned 30+ subsidiaries are uniquely qualified to deliver value to its customers and teaming partners. For over 30 years, THTBC has operated as a trusted US Federal contractor throughout the US and worldwide. As a Native Alaskan, Tribally- Owned business, THTBC has a competitive edge unique in the US Federal Government contracting space, including access to US Government directed sole source contracts. THTBC delivers outstanding service with innovative, low-cost contract solutions to all its public and private sector customers worldwide.  

Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Gender/Minority/Veterans/Disabled.

The Irrigation Repair Laborer maintains irrigation system for grounds of industrial, commercial or public property such as buildings, camp and picnic grounds, parks, playgrounds, greenhouses, and athletic fields, and repairs equipment, performing one or more of the following tasks:

Knowledge and ability to program and operate irrigation control panels. Have the ability to determine future or immediate problems and to be proactive in repair keeping irrigation system in good working condition. 

Perform advanced irrigation system repair work, to include locating and troubleshooting existing water lines to detect area of failure, and determine if systems are functioning properly and efficiently. 

Assist in the repair or replacement of such items as broken, leaky or corroding above and below ground level lines, pumps and valves; perform minor repair work, as necessary, on clogged irrigation plumbing equipment, such as controllers and valves, wiring and heads. 

Perform functional and performance checks of back flow preventions’, meters and gauges, taking necessary corrective action to include maintenance and repair; perform tests to ensure adherence to pertinent city codes; maintain records as required. 

Service, clean and check for efficiency of valves, heads, nozzles and drains of irrigation systems; perform start up and shut down procedures, as required. 

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  On a continuous basis, bending, squatting, kneeling, crawling, walking on uneven surfaces for varying periods in the course of work; use hands and fingers to grasp tools; make repetitive hand and body motions; twist and reach below and above shoulder; lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; to communicate with co-workers using a two-way radio; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; see in the normal vision range with or without correction to read computer screen, blueprints, and drafting plans; hear in the normal range with or without correction. 

 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in outdoor environments. Some work is performed with exposure to low to loud noise level; frequent fieldwork is required with exposure to a variety of weather conditions and the external environment; tasks may require working in tightly enclosed spaces and the use of other safety equipment to gain access to hard to reach locations; some work is performed in crawl spaces. Some work may require exposure to dust, particulates, unpleasant and potentially hazardous substances and electricity. 

 

Candidates must:

• Prefer an individual with a minimum of two (2) years related experience and/or formal vocational/technical training in utility trades. 
• Each complete year of accredited college education in a related field may be substituted for the equivalent number of years of required experience. 
• Must be able to successfully complete a drug/alcohol test and a criminal record check. May be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance, including successfully completing a thorough background investigation. For positions requiring use of a Company and/or Customer vehicle, must have a safe driving record, as defined by Company policy.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.